The dictionary definition is “The principal manservant of a household.” This definition remains true even when the butler is employed in a hotel. When the guest checks in and has occupied his suite, then this […]
Who is a Butler?
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What Does Butler Do?
A butler is responsible for everything! The list is endless, but your role could have you doing any or all of the following: Overseeing household staff Housekeeping or cleaning the pool Coordinating the activities and […]
Duties of Modern Butler
The primary duty of a butler is to oversee the household staff, many times at more than one residence. This requires knowledge of high social etiquette and protocol in order to receive guests and supervises […]
The Butler Name
The word butler derives from the old French bouteillier, and identified the cup-bearer or the one in charge of the bottles in large households. Bottle and the French equivalent both come from the medieval Latin […]